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Attic cross-section illustration for a Boston home showing insulation depth, air sealing around an attic hatch, and a quote checklist icon.

Attic insulation and air sealing cost in Boston, MA: what a good quote includes

Boston-area attic work varies widely. Use this guide to sanity-check pricing, compare bids, and avoid scopes that miss the air sealing details.

Rachel | HEO TeamJan 4, 2026Updated Jan 4, 20269 min read
Duct sealing illustration for a Phoenix attic showing a leaky duct joint being sealed with mastic, airflow arrows, and a quote checklist icon.

Duct sealing and balancing in Phoenix, AZ: cost ranges, hot-room fixes, and what to demand on the invoice

A buyer-intent guide for Phoenix homeowners with hot rooms and high summer bills. Learn what duct sealing and balancing includes, typical cost drivers, and how to compare quotes.

Rachel | HEO TeamJan 4, 2026Updated Jan 4, 20268 min read
Split illustration comparing a heat pump and a gas furnace for a snowy Minneapolis home; the heat pump sits outside a blue winter house, while a red winter house shows a furnace and ducts.

Heat pump vs gas furnace in Minneapolis, MN: costs, comfort, and how to compare quotes

A Minneapolis-focused guide to choosing a heat pump, gas furnace, or dual-fuel setup using your own rates, plus a quote checklist.

Rachel | HEO TeamJan 4, 2026Updated Jan 4, 202610 min read
Heat pump water heater illustration for an Austin home showing a tall tank, airflow arrows, and garage vs closet placement icons.

Heat pump water heater installation cost in Austin, TX: garage vs closet, noise, and ROI

A buyer-intent guide for Austin homeowners comparing heat pump water heaters, tankless, and standard tanks, including cost drivers, install details, and quote checklists.

Rachel | HEO TeamJan 4, 2026Updated Jan 4, 20268 min read
Electrical panel upgrade illustration for a Denver home showing a main panel, a 200A gauge, a checklist, and icons for a heat pump and EV charger.

Do you need a 200A panel upgrade in Denver, CO for a heat pump and EV? A load-check walkthrough and quote checklist

A Denver-focused buyer guide for heat pumps and EV charging. Learn when a 200A upgrade is needed, when you can avoid it, and what to ask electricians before you sign.

Rachel | HEO TeamJan 4, 2026Updated Jan 4, 20268 min read
Illustration comparing a tankless water heater and a storage tank unit with icons for upfront cost, hot water flow, maintenance, and energy use

Tankless vs Tank Water Heaters: Costs and Comfort

A practical comparison of tankless and traditional tank water heaters; learn install constraints, operating cost differences, hot water comfort trade-offs, and safer ways to choose.

Illustration of a home split between a heat pump and a gas furnace with a thermostat deciding which runs, plus a cost comparison dial and a cold-weather thermometer

Dual-Fuel Heat Pump + Furnace: When It Makes Sense

A practical guide to running a heat pump most days and a gas furnace as backup; learn when dual-fuel saves money, how controls work, and how to estimate your break-even point.

Sofia NguyenDec 27, 2025Updated Dec 27, 20259 min read
Illustration of a drafty window with cold air arrows and condensation, showing low-cost fixes like weatherstripping and window film contrasted with a large window replacement quote

Window Replacement vs Fixes: Avoid a Costly Mistake

Before you replace windows for energy savings, use this framework to spot drafts, condensation causes, and cheaper fixes that often work.

Marcus DelaneyDec 14, 2025Updated Dec 14, 20259 min read
Home energy analytics methodology infographic showing calculator formulas, spreadsheet data analysis, ROI charts, and trusted data sources like DOE and EIA for transparent cost and savings calculations

How We Calculate Costs and Savings: Our Methodology

Where our upgrade estimates come from, the data we use, and the limits you should know before trusting payback numbers.

Comparison illustration showing a heat pump on the left in cool blue winter tones versus a gas furnace on the right with warm orange tones, both heating cozy homes in a snowy setting
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Heat Pump vs Gas Furnace in Winter: How to Choose

Use your own rates, climate, and house to decide whether a heat pump, gas furnace, or hybrid wins your winter.

Sofia NguyenJan 10, 2025Updated Dec 7, 202512 min read